The City of Missoula, through its Redevelopment Agency (MRA), is officially seeking proposals for a comprehensive public input study and redevelopment plan focusing on the City-owned Johnson Street Property. This significant project site is strategically located on South Johnson Street, adjacent to the popular Bitterroot Trail, at the intersection of Johnson Street and North Avenue West in Missoula, Montana. This redevelopment initiative falls within the Urban Renewal District (URD) III, under the management of MRA, highlighting the City’s commitment to strategic urban development.
This Request for Proposal (RFP) calls for experienced firms to facilitate robust public engagement, conduct thorough site and financial feasibility analyses, and develop innovative urban design concepts. The ultimate goal is to create a detailed redevelopment plan for the approximately 8-acre Johnson Street Property situated north of the Montana Rail Link Park. The City of Missoula envisions a revitalized Johnson Street area that benefits the community and enhances the urban landscape.
Interested firms or teams should demonstrate proven expertise in infill redevelopment planning, urban design excellence, and a track record of successfully managing public processes. The ideal respondent will be adept at fostering consensus among diverse groups and stakeholders, ensuring the redevelopment plan for the Johnson Street Property reflects community needs and aspirations.
A dedicated Selection Committee will carefully evaluate all submitted statements of qualifications and professional proposals. Shortlisted firms may be invited for interviews in mid to late October. The anticipated contract term for this Johnson Street redevelopment project is expected to be a minimum of six months from the date of firm selection, underscoring the project’s significance and scope. Proposals are limited to a maximum of 15 pages to ensure conciseness and focus.
Please be aware that all information submitted in response to this RFP is subject to public disclosure under public information request regulations. Firms are advised to clearly mark any proprietary content within their submissions.
For complete details regarding this opportunity, the full Request for Proposals document is accessible under “Related Documents”. For any inquiries or clarifications, please contact Michael Hicks, MRA Project Manager, at 406-552-6159 or Annie Gorski, MRA Deputy Director, at 406-552-6155. Responses are required to be submitted electronically as a PDF document upload via the provided link here by the deadline of Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the future of the Johnson Street area in Missoula.
